Office Specialist - DCFS SCR PCD - Springfield - SUN-THURS 11:30am-8pm shift - UPWARD MOBILITY at Monster jobs

OFFICE SPECIALIST - DCFS - SCR - Springfield **UPWARD MOBILITY** Title: Office Specialist Agency : Department of Children and Family Services Closing Date/Time: 12/15/2025 Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4414 monthly; Full Range $4414 -$5926 monthly Job Type: Salaried County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC028 This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Essential Funtions Serves as Placement Clearance Desk Specialist. Provides full time training of new PCD staff. Responds to inquiries from Child Protection, Intact Family Services, Permanency, and Child Welfare Contributing Agency (CWCA) staff to provide background check information for the purpose of placement clearance and other purposes stated in policy and procedures. Works closely with SCR Administration and the SCR Call Center to resolve data issues. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to two years of secretarial/business college and one year of office experience OR completion of high school and three years of office experience OR three years of independent business experience. Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Education Secretarial/Business. OFFICE SPECIALIST - DCFS - SCR - Springfield **UPWARD MOBILITY** Work Hours: SUN-THURS, 11:30am-8pm. Work Location: 2200 Churchill Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Supervisor : Julia Ramirez Req #: 51648 Pin #: 180703 PUC : 90704408 Agency Contact: [email protected] Job Family: Social Services; Office & Administrative Support This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions . To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).